Step 1Preparation

• Identify relevant programs• Explore programs by

visiting http://cdmrp.army.mil

• Review eligibilityrequirements

• Obtain the ConsumerNomination Form

Step 2Nomination

• Complete nomination form• Obtain recommendation

(nomination) letter• Submit completed packet,

nomination letter, resume,and personal statement

Step 6Participate in Peer Review

Panel Discussions

(online, teleconference, or in person)

• Attend orientations• Contribute to panel

discussions• Revise critiques• Listen and learn

Step 7Finishing Up

• Provide feedack and suggestions for improvement

• Fill out online surveys

“I would like to share the following with prospective consumer reviewers: come in with a very open mind. Be prepared to read, read, and read some more. Your opinion is more important than you think. When I returned

home, I was so empowered about decisions that I made because I knew they were the right decisions.”Debra Vines, consumer reviewer,

Autism Research Program

Step 5Review

Applications• Read application

components• Write preliminary

critiques• Provide preliminary

scores

Step 4Panel

Placement• Receive peer review panel

assignment• Participate in training and

review educational materials• Get acquainted with other

consumer reviewers

“From this experience I have learned to ask much smarter ques-

tions on behalf of the TS Community and on behalf of [my son] Bao. I have also learned that this is the single most important thing I can do for my son and for all those suffering from TSC. ”Ron Heffron, consumer reviewer,

Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program

“I work locally to bring ovarian cancer awareness to others. We raise money for research, but getting involved in the CDMRPgave me a chance to work nation-

ally and globally to do something for other women.”Lisa Sienkiewicz, consumer reviewer,

Ovarian Cancer Research Program

Step 8Spread the

Word• Place a press release• Report back to organization

via meetings, web sites, blogs

• Inform others about opportu-nities to serve as a consumer reviewer

“I enjoyed the peer review panels. I was able to network with other advocates fighting for lung cancer research. In addition, I really enjoyed

sitting next to scientists and oncologists who are fighting the disease.”Montessa Lee, consumer reviewer,

Lung Cancer Research Program

Step 3Screening

and Selection • Nomination Package is evalu-

ated for advocacy (fornon-military personnel & non- active duty), interest in science, communication skills, and participatory skills

• Informal telephone interviewis scheduled

• Selection and notificationoccur

“I [was] very impressed by the quality of the propos-als as well as the efficient and fair review process. The scientific community has many innovative and exciting ideas on the underlying causes of bone marrow failure, better ways to diagnose bone marrow failure, and better treatment options.”Cheryl Heisey, consumer reviewer,

Bone Marrow Failure Research Program

“I understood firsthand that there was an enormous commu-nity of noble-minded individuals trying to save lives and take care of patients and families of which I needed to be a part. How could I be the beneficiary of such kind and good will without contributing to that same community myself?”John F. Kennedy, consumer reviewer,

Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program

“During my chemotherapy regimen 9 years ago, I remember telling my husband, 'Some day I will go to Washington to advocate for the eradication of breast cancer.' It has been thrilling to serve as a reviewer and to imagine the impact that the

medical research could have on all of the breast cancer patients I have met as a peer counselor and advocate.”Amalia Rigoni, consumer reviewer,

Breast Cancer Research Program

Consumer Involvement for Peer Review: Step by Step

Step 1Preparation

• Identify relevant programs• Explore programs by

visiting http://cdmrp.army. mil/cwg/default.shtml

• Review eligibility requirements

• Obtain the Consumer Nomination Form

Step 2Nomination

• Complete nomination form• Obtain recommendation

(nomination) letter• Submit completed packet,

nomination letter, resume, and personal statement

Step 6 Participate in Peer Review

Panel Discussions

(online, video/teleconference, or in

person)• Attend orientations• Contribute to panel

discussions• Revise critiques• Listen and learn

Step 7Finishing Up

• Provide feedack andsuggestions forimprovement

• Fill out online surveys

“I would like to share the following with prospective consumer reviewers: come in with a very open mind. Be prepared to read, read, and read some more. Your opinion is more important than you think. When I returned

home, I was so empowered about decisions that I made because I knew they were the right decisions.”Debra Vines, consumer reviewer,

Autism Research Program

Step 5Review

Applications• Read application

components• Write preliminary

critiques• Provide preliminary

scores

Step 4Panel

Placement• Receive peer review panel

assignment• Participate in training and

review educational materials• Get acquainted with other

consumer reviewers

“From this experience I have learned to ask much smarter ques-

tions on behalf of the TS Community and on behalf of [my son] Bao. I have also learned that this is the single most important thing I can do for my son and for all those suffering from TSC. ”

Ron Heffron, consumer reviewer, Tuberous Sclerosis Complex

Research Program

“I work locally to bring ovarian cancer awareness to others. We raise money for research, but getting involved in the CDMRP gave me a chance to work nation-

ally and globally to do something for other women.”Lisa Sienkiewicz, consumer reviewer,

Ovarian Cancer Research Program

Step 8Spread the

Word• Place a press release• Report back to organization

via meetings, web sites,blogs

• Inform others about opportu-nities to serve as aconsumer reviewer

“I enjoyed the peer review panels. I was able to networkwith other advocates fighting for lung cancer research. In addition, I really enjoyed

sitting next to scientists and oncologists who are fighting the disease.”Montessa Lee, consumer reviewer,

Lung Cancer Research Program

Step 3Screening

and Selection • Nomination Package is evalu-

ated for advocacy (for non-military personnel on active duty), interest in science, communication skills, and participatory skills

• Informal telephone interview is scheduled

• Selection and notification occur

“I [was] very impressed by the quality of the propos-als as well as the efficient and fair review process. The scientific community has many innovative and exciting ideas on the underlying causes of bone marrow failure, better ways to diagnose bone marrow failure, and better treatment options.”Cheryl Heisey, consumer reviewer,

Bone Marrow Failure Research Program

“I understood firsthand that there was an enormous commu-nity of noble-minded individuals trying to save lives and take care of patients and families of which I needed to be a part. How could I be the beneficiary of such kind and good will without contributing to that same community myself?”John F. Kennedy, consumer reviewer,

Peer Reviewed Cancer Research Program

“During my chemotherapy regimen 9 years ago, I remember telling my husband, 'Some day I will go to Washington to advocate for the eradication of breast cancer.' It has been thrilling to serve as a reviewer and to imagine the impact that the

medical research could have on all of the breast cancer patients I have met as a peer counselor and advocate.”Amalia Rigoni, consumer reviewer,

Breast Cancer Research Program